Lesson 19 - A Law of Kindness / Kind in Heart "As Proverbs 31:26 continues, we see that “on her tongue is the law of kindness.” Not only does the woman we’re admiring let wisdom guide her speech, but she also limits it according to the law of kindness. All that she utters is in the spirit and manner of a gentle and benevolent heart, revealing a kindly disposition and a fear of unnecessarily offending. She acquires wisdom and limits her words accordingly. She is never hurtful or destructive with her words. As the Greek translation puts it, “she places order on her tongue.” Now think for a moment about the daily life of God’s beautiful woman. She has her husband—whom she is intent upon encouraging and blessing. She has children—whom she must instruct, train, and discipline. Servants—who need directions for the day—reside in her home. Merchants and buyers—who must be dealt with as she barters, bargains, and buys—are on her trade route. Every person in her life means words must be spoken, and the Proverbs 31 woman makes sure her words are wise and kind. A note of interest (and challenge!) here: In ancient Jewish marriages, not only was the content of a woman’s speech important, but the volume of her voice was important as well. A woman could be divorced without a marriage settlement if she had a loud voice! How was “loud” measured? By the ability of her neighbors to hear her speak while in her own house. Take heed!"
Posted on: Wed, 07 Aug 2013 20:23:57 +0000
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